Tour Description: Self-guided

On this magnificent tour across Switzerland, you will stay in 3 and 4-star hotels, all Swiss in character and impressive in their settings. Mornings begin with a wonderful breakfast buffet.

We go out of our way to give you a real cultural experience. Bike Switzerland is located in Carouge, Switzerland. Every day we bike the paths you will be on. Come with us and you'll understand that biking is more than a hobby - it's a personal statement about how you travel and what you value.

On our guided option, you'll eat and drink very well…no worries there. Weekend cyclists or less-enthusiastic spouses will always be able to opt for a half-day. Non-riding spouses are welcome and provided free train transportation to explore the regions you'll be biking.

Our 21-speed hybrids have 3 chain rings and slick tires: perfect for the paved, gravel and dirt paths that you'll come across. Prefer your own bike? Our experienced mechanic will assemble it for you when you arrive and take it down again when you leave.

Tour Description: Guided

On this magnificent tour across Switzerland, you will stay in 3 and 4-star hotels, all Swiss in character and impressive in their settings. Mornings begin with a wonderful breakfast buffet.

We go out of our way to give you a real cultural experience. Bike Switzerland is located in Carouge, Switzerland. Every day we bike the paths you will be on. Come with us and you'll understand that biking is more than a hobby - it's a personal statement about how you travel and what you value.

On our guided option, you'll eat and drink very well…no worries there. Weekend cyclists or less-enthusiastic spouses will always be able to opt for a half-day. Non-riding spouses are welcome and provided free train transportation to explore the regions you'll be biking.

Our 21-speed hybrids have 3 chain rings and slick tires: perfect for the paved, gravel and dirt paths that you'll come across. Prefer your own bike? Our experienced mechanic will assemble it for you when you arrive and take it down again when you leave.

Daily Program: Guided

Day 1: GenevaIf you're flying into Geneva, then simply take the first train from the airport to the main station. Bike Switzerland's hotel and shop are right next door!

Today is a busy day, so please plan to arrive before 2 PM.

Once unpacked, walk over to the shop and you'll be fitted with your high-end, 22-lbs, Swiss-made bicycle. Afterwards, you’re on your own to explore Geneva.

Be back by 6 PM. Tonight coincides with our neighborhood market, where we'll have a few drinks at the local wine vendors and buy some cheese before going to supper in one of our favorite neighborhood restaurants. Overnight in Geneva.

Day 2: Geneva - Chexbres (53 mi/86 km; 1837 ft/560 m elevation gained)You will follow small country roads and vineyard paths before stopping for a picnic lunch in the lakeside town of Rolle.

Get back on your bike, but relax: it’s Saturday and many of the villages along the route will be hosting festivals, concerts and sporting events. Make sure to take your time and get a taste of the local color. We will also pass through the larger city of Lausanne. Consider exploring the lakefront or stop by the IOC’s Olympic Museum...we pass right in front!

Later in the day we begin our climb through the vineyards to our hotel in the small town of Chexbres. Riders preferring to avoid the climb can take the train from Vevey: nothing is too complicated in Switzerland.Overnight in Chexbres.

Day 3: Chexbres - Gstaad (47 mi/76 km; 3379 ft/1030 m elevation gained)Feeling adventurous? If so, take the steep back roads to our first coffee stop, otherwise join the rest of us on the more direct route. There is a lot of flexibility on our itinerary if you choose to wander a bit.

Once at our coffee spot, grab a slice of dense chocolate cake: we’ve got another 50 kilometers to work up an appetite. Lunch is in the medieval village of Gruyère. Take a tour of the castle or visit the cheese museum before getting back in the saddle to discover the magnificent valleys and giant chalets of the region beyond.

Our destination is the sleepy village of Saanen. Up for a bit of Alpine nightlife? The small, but world-famous Gstaad is just a ten minute walk along the river Saane. Gstaad’s car-free streets are perfect for admiring the surrounding Bernese alps. You’ll come to understand why a long list of celebrities, from Grace Kelly to Tina Turner have made Gstaad their summer home. Overnight in Gstaad.

Day 4: Gstaad - Interlaken - Wengen (43 mi/69 km; 1181 ft/360 m elevation gained)After a short but steep climb out of town and a very long descent into Zweisimmen, it’s pastures and streams on densely packed gravel paths. We’ll be stopping from time to time to pet the cows and admire the monstrous family chalets. Take plenty of pictures: these traffic-free valleys are seldom seen by tourists.

You’ll spend the later part of the day riding the shores of Lake Thun before reaching Interlaken. Once in the town of Interlaken, we'll leave our bikes behind and take a 45 minute cogwheel train ride 4,265 feet up to the alpine town of Wengen. As one of the most outstanding areas of beauty in the world, the Wengen area and it's hiking trails have been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Tomorrow we'll explore, but now it's time to relax.

We'll be staying two nights at a charming, turn-of-the-century hotel built in an Art Nouveau style. Overnight in Interlaken.

Day 5: Hiking TourWake up in an alpine paradise. Open the windows and listen: no cars or horns in this traffic-free town. Come downstairs and eat a hearty breakfast, you'll soon be following the world's most beautiful hiking trails.

No bikes, but you will be working your legs in different ways. You'll dangle them from gondola lifts, run with the grazing alpine herds and your knees will bend to pick the wild edelweiss that fill the pastures.Overnight in Interlaken.

Day 6: Wengen - Lucerne (56 mi/90 km; 4593 ft/1400 m elevation gained)This morning can be very tough or really easy. You choose! Those strong (or brave) will follow Lake Brienz to Geissbach to admire its beautiful cascades. Afterwards the riders will tackle the Brunig Pass and be climbing 1312 ft/400 m in 3 miles/5 km. Riders can choose to have a more relaxing morning with a lake cruise, 9 miles/15 k of flat riding followed by a train to lunch on the lake in Lungern.

The afternoon's paths are flat and picturesque and will take us through the bustling medieval village of Sarnen. Quench your thirst with a tall beer in the market square; you've got another 19 miles/30 km.

Our hotel overlooks the lake in Lucerne's city center. Put your bike away and get your street clothes out: you're on your own this evening to explore the city's possibilities. Overnight in Lucerne.

Day 7: Lucerne - Rapperswil (59 mi/95 km; 4593 ft/1400 m elevation gained)Today we follow four lakes and go through four cantons. Our ride begins outside of Lucerne on hard dirt paths along the River Reuss until reaching Zug, Switzerland's smallest (but richest) canton. We'll picnic on the lake and tour Zug’s medieval old town before climbing out and into the Rothernthurm high marshlands, one of Switzerland's best-known nature preserves. We'll bike past peat-covered cabins and through wet rolling fields before reaching the imposing Einsiedeln monastery.

If your legs hold up, you’ll soon be high in the clouds with spectacular views on all sides. As always, narrow and well-maintained bike paths will allow you to venture where few tourists have gone before!

Take a long coast into Rapperswil and settle into your hotel in the town’s center. Once showered, you'll have some choices to make: an ancient city center, lakeside promenade, a perched chateau, a medieval convent, reputed rose gardens, a circus museum, zoo, wine bars or nap. Then meet at 8 o'clock for dinner.Overnight in Rapperswil.

Day 8: Rapperswil - Sax (55 mi/89 km; 738 ft/225 m elevation gained)We're riding our bikes to breakfast this morning. No worries: just a short 3 clicks down the road to Thomas and Judith's family farm. Enjoy the farm fresh eggs, homemade preserves and cured meats smoked on the premises. There will also be plenty of coffee brought over by the sisters next door at the Wurmsbach convent. Take your time: stroll the farm, visit the nuns, pet the goats and come back for another cup of coffee.

Afterwards it’s 12 miles/20 km of unusually flat riding before reaching the long Walensee lake and its 4921 ft/1500 m cliffs. The ride soon becomes surreal as we head into a long series of bike tunnels where giant windows give us stunning views of the lake and its high calcium cliffs. Take a swim in Switzerland ’s cleanest lake and then dry off for a picnic.

Later we meet up with the Rhine and follow a perfect bike path Northward to Liechtenstein and its capital Vaduz . Take five minutes to cross the bridge into Liechtenstein, or stay on your bike until you reach our hotel in the village of Sax, but don’t blink or you’ll miss it. (Population: 65 inhabitants)

Meet the other riders downstairs in the cozy pub and share your experiences over a tall glass of wheat beer. Don’t eat too many pretzels: the meal tonight is amazing. Overnight in Sax.

Day 9: Sax - Arbon (35 mi/56 km; 2169 ft/661 m elevation gained)Our last day of riding follows rivers and lowlands; it’s a cinch. You’ll pedal past farms and through fields and along canals until lunchtime in Widnau. You’ve then got a choice: make your hardest climb yet to the village of Heiden overlooking Lake Constance. Or take the low road to the lake and our final stop in Romanshorn.

This is our easiest day, so use your time and energy to explore the unique lakeside villages and shops. Or get in early and wander around the grounds of the medieval castle that is our hotel. Be sure to work up your appetite: it’s wonderful barbecue with champagne toasts. After all, you’ve just biked across Switzerland!Overnight in Rorshach.

Day 10: Arbon - GenevaSay goodbye to your trusty 27-speed steed; after a late breakfast it's all-aboard! We'll interrupt our five-hour train trip back to Geneva with a stop-over in the Swiss capital of Berne.

You'll be on your own for lunch, sightseeing and shopping.

Your last evening in Switzerland will be spent back where it all started: on the shores of Lake Geneva. If the weather is good, we'll catch the last of the long summer rays with a tall drink and good food at the lakefront.Overnight in Geneva.

Day 11: GenevaYour last morning. Enjoy breakfast and the spectacular views from the top of your hotel. If you've got a flight to catch, no worries: trains leave for the airport every 20 minutes or so starting at around 5:30 am.

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Daily Program: Self-guided

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Please note that the self-guided tour is one day shorter than the guided tour because it does not include the hiking itinerary on day 6. If you wish, you may add the hiking day in Wengen for additional cost.

Day 1: GenevaIf you're flying into Geneva, then simply take the first train from the airport to the main station. Bike Switzerland's hotel and shop are right next door!

Today is a busy day, so please plan to arrive before 2 PM.

Once unpacked, walk over to the shop and you'll be fitted with your high-end, 22-lbs, Swiss-made bicycle. Afterwards, you’re on your own to explore Geneva.Overnight in Geneva.

Day 2: Geneva - Chexbres (53 mi/86 km; 1837 ft/560 m elevation gained)You will follow small country roads and vineyard paths before you reach the lakeside town of Rolle. Make sure to take your time and get a taste of the local color. You will also pass through the larger city of Lausanne. Consider exploring the lakefront or stop by the IOC’s Olympic Museum...you'll pass right in front!

Later in the day you begin your climb through the vineyards to your hotel in the small town of Chexbres. Riders preferring to avoid the climb can take the train from Vevey; nothing is too complicated in Switzerland.Overnight in Chexbres.

Day 3: Chexbres - Gstaad (47 mi/76 km; 3379 ft/1030 m elevation gained)Feeling adventurous? If so, take the steep back roads to your first coffee stop, otherwise choose the more direct route. There is a lot of flexibility on your itinerary if you choose to wander a bit.

Once at the coffee spot, grab a slice of dense chocolate cake; we’ve got another 31 miles/50 km to work up an appetite. You can take lunch in the medieval village of Gruyère. Take a tour of the castle or visit the cheese museum before getting back in the saddle to discover the magnificent valleys and giant chalets of the region beyond.

Your destination is the sleepy village of Saanen. Up for a bit of Alpine nightlife? The small, but world-famous Gstaad is just a ten minute walk along the river Saane. Gstaad’s car-free streets are perfect for admiring the surrounding Bernese alps. You’ll come to understand why a long list of celebrities, from Grace Kelly to Tina Turner have made Gstaad their summer home. Overnight in Gstaad.

Day 4: Gstaad - Interlaken - Wengen (43 mi/69 km; 1181 ft/360 m elevation gained)After a short but steep climb out of town and a very long descent into Zweisimmen, it’s pastures and streams on densely packed gravel paths. You'll be stopping from time to time to pet the cows and admire the monstrous family chalets. Take plenty of pictures: these traffic-free valleys are seldom seen by tourists.

You’ll spend the later part of the day riding the shores of Lake Thun before reaching Interlaken. Overnight in Interlaken.

Day 5: Wengen - Lucerne (56 mi/90 km; 4593 ft/1400 m elevation gained)This morning can be very tough or really easy. You choose! Those strong (or brave) will follow Lake Brienz to Geissbach to admire its beautiful cascades. Afterwards the riders will tackle the Brunig Pass and be climbing 1312 ft/400 m in 3 miles/5 km. Riders can choose to have a more relaxing morning with a lake cruise, 9 miles/15 k of flat riding followed by a train to lunch on the lake in Lungern.

The afternoon's paths are flat and picturesque and will take us through the bustling medieval village of Sarnen. Quench your thirst with a tall beer in the market square; you've got another 19 miles/30 km.

Your hotel overlooks the lake in Lucerne's city center. Put your bike away and get your street clothes out to explore the city's possibilities. Overnight in Lucerne.

Day 6: Lucerne - Rapperswil (59 mi/95 km; 4593 ft/1400 m elevation gained)Today you follow four lakes and go through four cantons. Your ride begins outside of Lucerne on hard dirt paths along the River Reuss until reaching Zug, Switzerland's smallest (but richest) canton. Take time to tour Zug’s medieval old town before climbing out and into the Rothernthurm high marshlands, one of Switzerland's best-known nature preserves. You'll bike past peat-covered cabins and through wet rolling fields before reaching the imposing Einsiedeln monastery.

If your legs hold up, you’ll soon be high in the clouds with spectacular views on all sides. As always, narrow and well-maintained bike paths will allow you to venture where few tourists have gone before!

Take a long coast into Rapperswil and settle into your hotel in the town’s center. Once showered, you'll have some choices to make: an ancient city center, lakeside promenade, a perched chateau, a medieval convent, reputed rose gardens, a circus museum, zoo, wine bars or nap. Overnight in Rapperswil.

Day 7: Rapperswil - Sax (55 mi/89 km; 738 ft/225 m elevation gained)Today it’s 12 miles/20 km of unusually flat riding before reaching the long Walensee lake and its 4921 ft/1500 m cliffs. The ride soon becomes surreal as you head into a long series of bike tunnels where giant windows give us stunning views of the lake and its high calcium cliffs. Take a swim in Switzerland ’s cleanest lake.

Later you meet up with the Rhine and follow a perfect bike path Northward to Liechtenstein and its capital Vaduz . Take five minutes to cross the bridge into Liechtenstein, or stay on your bike until you reach our hotel in the village of Sax, but don’t blink or you’ll miss it. (Population: 65 inhabitants)Overnight in Sax.

Day 8: Sax - Rorshach (35 mi/56 km; 2169 ft/661 m elevation gained)Your last day of riding follows rivers and lowlands; it’s a cinch. You’ll pedal past farms and through fields and along canals until you reach Widnau. You’ve then got a choice: make your hardest climb yet to the village of Heiden overlooking Lake Constance. Or take the low road to the lake and your final stop in Romanshorn.

This is your easiest day, so use your time and energy to explore the unique lakeside villages and shops. Or get in early and wander around the grounds of the medieval castle that is your hotel.Overnight in Rorshach.

Day 9: Rorshach - GenevaSay goodbye to your trusty 27-speed steed; after a late breakfast it's all-aboard! We'll interrupt our five-hour train trip back to Geneva with a stop-over in the Swiss capital of Berne.

You'll be on your own for lunch, sightseeing and shopping.

Your last evening in Switzerland will be spent back where it all started: on the shores of Lake Geneva. If the weather is good, we'll catch the last of the long summer rays with a tall drink and good food at the lakefront.Overnight in Geneva.

Day 10: GenevaYour last morning. Enjoy breakfast and the spectacular views from the top of your hotel. If you've got a flight to catch, no worries: trains leave for the airport every 20 minutes or so starting at around 5:30 am.

Single travelers, please note:There is a supplement for staying by yourself in accommodations, but on this tour you have a choice of booking a regular room or a deluxe room. Some of the hotels will book you in a smaller sized room if you stay by yourself. The deluxe room would be a single traveler staying in a large double room by yourself. Please see the "Dates and Prices" section of the website for the costs of the rooms.

Single travelers, please note:There is a supplement for staying by yourself in accommodations, but on this tour you have a choice of booking a regular room or a deluxe room. Some of the hotels will book you in a smaller sized room if you stay by yourself. The deluxe room would be a single traveler staying in a large double room by yourself. Please see the "Dates and Prices" section of the website for the costs of the rooms.

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Bike Rentals: Self-guided

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Bikes available on this tour, and included in the tour cost (reserved in advance at the time of booking):

Hybrid touring bikes

Bikes available for rental on this tour (reserved in advance at the time of booking):

Electrically assisted bike

Bikes come equipped with the following at no additional cost:

Handlebar bag

Pump

Tube

Repair kit

Bottle cage

Bell

Pedals:The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals.

Helmets: Helmets are provided at no extra cost. We recommend that you bring or buy your own helmet for safety and hygiene purposes.

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Bike Rentals: Guided

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Bikes available on this tour, and included in the tour cost (reserved in advance at the time of booking):

Hybrid touring bikes

Bikes available for rental on this tour (reserved in advance at the time of booking):

Electrically assisted bike

Bikes come equipped with the following at no additional cost:

Handlebar bag

Pump

Tube

Repair kit

Bottle cage

Bell

Pedals:The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals.

Helmets: Helmets are provided at no extra cost. We recommend that you bring or buy your own helmet for safety and hygiene purposes.

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Surface and Terrain: Self-guided

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Approximately 90% of the tour is on quiet dedicated bike routes and about 15% of the route is hard packed gravel. The maximum daily elevation is 2624 feet/800 meters and the maximum grade is 10%.

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Approximately 90% of the tour is on quiet dedicated bike routes and about 15% of the route is hard packed gravel. The maximum daily elevation is 2624 feet/800 meters and the maximum grade is 10%.

How To Get There: Guided

Weather: Self-guided

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Weatherspark.com offers information on average weather conditions at most destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box, and select "Averages," and you'll find a range of information such as average high and low temperatures, precipitation, cloudy days, humidity and wind speed/direction.

Of course, if your tour is coming up in the next week, you can also select "Forecast" to get the most current information on upcoming conditions.

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Weather: Guided

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Weatherspark.com offers information on average weather conditions at most destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box, and select "Averages," and you'll find a range of information such as average high and low temperatures, precipitation, cloudy days, humidity and wind speed/direction.

Of course, if your tour is coming up in the next week, you can also select "Forecast" to get the most current information on upcoming conditions.

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More about Switzerland: Self-guided

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For such a small country, the incredible variety of Swiss landscapes and cultures is awe-inspiring. The country has four official languages (German, French, Italian, and Romansch), with distinct regions for each language. The German-speaking portion is the largest and encompasses the capital of Bern, financial center Zurich, and many of the famed ski resort areas like Zermatt and Grindelwald.

Traveling across Switzerland, you’ll cross the "Roesti Graben" (literally - "hash-brown ditch"). It’s the imaginary, but very distinct, border between the German- and French-speaking areas. The French-speaking region is home to Geneva and Lausanne, with stunning landscapes along Lake Geneva. Lugano anchors the small Italian-speaking portion of Switzerland, known as the Swiss Riviera with its palm trees and mountain vistas alike. Romansch, a nearly-extinct derivative of Latin, is spoken only in a tiny valley in the Swiss Alps. But Switzerland is fiercely protective of its heritage and varied influences, so it's still counted among the official languages of the country. Across all of the varied landscapes and languages, there remains a distinctly Swiss flavor that sets it apart from its same-language neighbors.

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For such a small country, the incredible variety of Swiss landscapes and cultures is awe-inspiring. The country has four official languages (German, French, Italian, and Romansch), with distinct regions for each language. The German-speaking portion is the largest and encompasses the capital of Bern, financial center Zurich, and many of the famed ski resort areas like Zermatt and Grindelwald.

Traveling across Switzerland, you’ll cross the "Roesti Graben" (literally - "hash-brown ditch"). It’s the imaginary, but very distinct, border between the German- and French-speaking areas. The French-speaking region is home to Geneva and Lausanne, with stunning landscapes along Lake Geneva. Lugano anchors the small Italian-speaking portion of Switzerland, known as the Swiss Riviera with its palm trees and mountain vistas alike. Romansch, a nearly-extinct derivative of Latin, is spoken only in a tiny valley in the Swiss Alps. But Switzerland is fiercely protective of its heritage and varied influences, so it's still counted among the official languages of the country. Across all of the varied landscapes and languages, there remains a distinctly Swiss flavor that sets it apart from its same-language neighbors.

Tour Company Background: Bike Switzerland: Self-guided

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We go out of our way to give you a real cultural experience: you'll meet our Swiss friends on your first night in town and keep meeting them every night thereafter. Bring an address book. We bike the paths you will be on… every day.

Everyone at Bike Switzerland has a background in international education. We believe that travel can be life-changing. Our program encourages this: we bond as a group, interact with the locals and explore the history and culture of the valleys we bike through.

As educators, our goal is to promote learning through travel, friendship and cultural exchange. We reside in Geneva, Switzerland. Our goal is to help cyclists discover Switzerland. We work in close collaboration with local Swiss authorities and establishments to provide our guests with an authentic Swiss biking experience.

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Tour Company Background: Bike Switzerland: Guided

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We go out of our way to give you a real cultural experience: you'll meet our Swiss friends on your first night in town and keep meeting them every night thereafter. Bring an address book. We bike the paths you will be on… every day.

Everyone at Bike Switzerland has a background in international education. We believe that travel can be life-changing. Our program encourages this: we bond as a group, interact with the locals and explore the history and culture of the valleys we bike through.

As educators, our goal is to promote learning through travel, friendship and cultural exchange. We reside in Geneva, Switzerland. Our goal is to help cyclists discover Switzerland. We work in close collaboration with local Swiss authorities and establishments to provide our guests with an authentic Swiss biking experience.

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Terms and Conditions: Bike Switzerland: Self-guided

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What if I need to cancel my trip?

Cancel 90 days before Day One of the tour, you will receive your full deposit minus a $50 cancellation fee.

61-90 days before Day One of the tour will receive a refund minus 25% of the trip price.

31-60 days before Day One of the tour will receive a refund minus 50% of the trip price.

30 days or less before Day One will receive no refund.

Bike Switzerland works hard to keep people happy. For this reason, exceptions to this policy may be made and full refunds (minus $50) are possible if the ride is full and Bike Switzerland can find a participant from its waiting list. Riders canceling may choose to transfer their ride to another person for an administrative fee of $250 dollars. However, Bike Switzerland reserves the right to refuse any such transfer if the participant is deemed unacceptable for any reason.

What about the deposit?We need a $500 deposit from each participant in order to secure hotel and equipment reservations. The balance is then due 90 days before the first day of the trip. (This varies from the BikeToursDirect policy and does apply.)

When do I learn more?We expect to have an established relationship with each rider before the trip…even before you send us a deposit. We'll talk about the trip, your expectations and anything else that you're wondering or concerned about. Once the deposit is received, we will call you to confirm receipt. Ninety days or so before your departure, we will mail you a color map of our route complete with photos. We will also talk to you more about the clothing and gear you might bring, and make suggestions to help you with any pre-travel or post-travel plans that you have.

Do you have a liability policy?Bike Switzerland is not liable for bodily injury or property damage as a result of (but not limited to) participants' physical exertion. Bike Switzerland is also not liable for property damage or bodily damage as a result of forces of nature; travel by plane, train, auto, bike, boat or other transportation. Bike Switzerland is not liable for accidents caused by consumption of alcoholic beverages; civil unrest; terrorism; breakdown of equipment; high altitude; lack of or limited access to medical attention in remote locations; and the adequacy of medical attention once provided.

Bike Switzerland is also not liable for expenses not specified as included in the trip, but which may be required to get to or from a trip start or end. Bike Switzerland reserves the right to make route and hotel modifications as necessary for the comfort and safety of participants. Bike Switzerland may take photographs or make film records of its trips for promotional and commercial use, as well as approving such use by third parties without financial remuneration.

Is there anything else that I should know ?Again, Bike Switzerland believes in being very clear about policy so that there are no eventual misunderstandings. For this reason, please note the following:

Participants arriving late or leaving early receive no refunds.

Single supplements are considered as part of the trip price and are therefore subject to cancellation fees.

Bike Switzerland reserves the right to make route and hotel changes if necessary.

In the very exceptional case of Bike Switzerland canceling a trip due to low enrollment, participants will receive a full refund of all payments received to date.

If Bike Switzerland cancels a trip because of natural disaster, terrorism or civil unrest, participants will receive a full refund.

Participants must sign the Release of Liability form and the Assumption of All risks and Arbitration Agreement.

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Terms and Conditions: Bike Switzerland: Guided

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What if I need to cancel my trip?

Cancel 90 days before Day One of the tour, you will receive your full deposit minus a $50 cancellation fee.

61-90 days before Day One of the tour will receive a refund minus 25% of the trip price.

31-60 days before Day One of the tour will receive a refund minus 50% of the trip price.

30 days or less before Day One will receive no refund.

Bike Switzerland works hard to keep people happy. For this reason, exceptions to this policy may be made and full refunds (minus $50) are possible if the ride is full and Bike Switzerland can find a participant from its waiting list. Riders canceling may choose to transfer their ride to another person for an administrative fee of $250 dollars. However, Bike Switzerland reserves the right to refuse any such transfer if the participant is deemed unacceptable for any reason.

What about the deposit?We need a $500 deposit from each participant in order to secure hotel and equipment reservations. The balance is then due 90 days before the first day of the trip. (This varies from the BikeToursDirect policy and does apply.)

When do I learn more?We expect to have an established relationship with each rider before the trip…even before you send us a deposit. We'll talk about the trip, your expectations and anything else that you're wondering or concerned about. Once the deposit is received, we will call you to confirm receipt. Ninety days or so before your departure, we will mail you a color map of our route complete with photos. We will also talk to you more about the clothing and gear you might bring, and make suggestions to help you with any pre-travel or post-travel plans that you have.

Do you have a liability policy?Bike Switzerland is not liable for bodily injury or property damage as a result of (but not limited to) participants' physical exertion. Bike Switzerland is also not liable for property damage or bodily damage as a result of forces of nature; travel by plane, train, auto, bike, boat or other transportation. Bike Switzerland is not liable for accidents caused by consumption of alcoholic beverages; civil unrest; terrorism; breakdown of equipment; high altitude; lack of or limited access to medical attention in remote locations; and the adequacy of medical attention once provided.

Bike Switzerland is also not liable for expenses not specified as included in the trip, but which may be required to get to or from a trip start or end. Bike Switzerland reserves the right to make route and hotel modifications as necessary for the comfort and safety of participants. Bike Switzerland may take photographs or make film records of its trips for promotional and commercial use, as well as approving such use by third parties without financial remuneration.

Is there anything else that I should know ?Again, Bike Switzerland believes in being very clear about policy so that there are no eventual misunderstandings. For this reason, please note the following:

Participants arriving late or leaving early receive no refunds.

Single supplements are considered as part of the trip price and are therefore subject to cancellation fees.

Bike Switzerland reserves the right to make route and hotel changes if necessary.

In the very exceptional case of Bike Switzerland canceling a trip due to low enrollment, participants will receive a full refund of all payments received to date.

If Bike Switzerland cancels a trip because of natural disaster, terrorism or civil unrest, participants will receive a full refund.

Participants must sign the Release of Liability form and the Assumption of All risks and Arbitration Agreement.